Not recognizing extra ram I installed a 2 gig stick of crucial ram, but it still only recognizes 1 gig. I am not having any other problems with the netbook, no crashes or anything else that would indicate faulty ram. I also know for sure that the ram is correct for use in this netbook. I haven't upgraded to Windows 7 home premium. Is there a ram cap on starter? I can't think of what else it may be. I don't want to upgrade only to find it still doesn't recognize the extra gig. Not recognizing extra ram I installed a 2 gig stick of crucial ram, but it still only recognizes 1 gig. I am not having any other problems with the netbook, no crashes or anything else that would... » Read More Not recognizing extra ram I installed a 2 gig stick of crucial ram, but it still only recognizes 1 gig. I am not having any other problems with the netbook, no crashes or anything else that would indicate faulty ram. I also know for sure that the ram is correct for use in this netbook. I haven't upgraded to Windows 7 home premium. Is there a ram cap on starter? I can't think of what else it may be. I don't want to upgrade only to find it still doesn't recognize the extra gig. « Show Less
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On startup press f2 key to go into bios. There you should see the full 2 gig of ram is recognized. Then press the F10 key to accept and the full 2 gig of ram should be recognized. But beware - you may have trouble shutting down or restarting when on battery power. See other discussions.
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don't know. do a Google search asking question of minimum requirements for one gig ram and specific processor of your netbook. A bigger operating system may gain you very little in terms of benefits and slow down system.
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Dear Megan Does your computer say something about DDR2? Do you have windows 7? It depends if is a newer computer yes, but if you have windows XP it might use a different one(DDR instead of DDR2).
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anyone who says that a 2GB memory won't speed up your netbook don't know what their talking about. use the PC2-6400 800MHz memory. If you don't mind spending the extra 43 bucks then get it, you'll be happy you did.
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I used it on my netbook 32bit 1gb ram and it worked no problem however be warned the install takes a loooong time. Also I'd suggest getting a 4gb stick while your at it since you cannot have more than 4 gb with this upgrade. the difference for me was day and night
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I wrote the following in my review of the 1000HE netbook. Did you follow all these steps? It was a breeze to replace the installed 1GB with 2GB -- remove 2 screws, take off cover, push out the two retaining clips on either side of the 1GB module, take out the 1GB module, put in the 2GB module, press down, replace cover and screws, done! Oh, one more thing. As the computer starts to boot up (and I mean right when it starts to power up) hold down the F2 key to bring up the BIOS. Verify that it sees 2GB of RAM. Then hit F10 to save the configuration. Once booted up, check by right-clicking My Computer, Properties.
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Thanks for the response...the first 2GB i received from Amazon actually seemed to slow DOWN my netbook...esp noticeable after i replaced it with the 1GB to see if the hanging shutdown would go away (which it did)...so my question to you is...do you notice ANY enhanced performance from the 800 mHz 2GB install?
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Mine came with 8 gigs of ram; two 4 gig sticks. There are 4 slots in this computer, two available. But...don't make the same mistake I made! This unit can handle 32 Gigs of ram, but Windows 7 home edition which is install on this computer can only handle 16 gigs of ram, so i wasted 16 gigs of memory which i installed on my computer. Windows 7 won't recognize the other 16 gigs. i need to upgrade to windows 7 professional, or windows 8
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Does anyone know if there is more than one slot? I currently have 2 matching SODIMM's at home, and want to know if this netbook supports 2x1GB, or if there is only 1 slot, and I would have to purchase the 2GB memory SODIMM?
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The usual answer is netbooks are very picky about the memory you use for an upgrade. Try to match the make, speed for the upgrade (might have to use real Dell or maybe Kingston). Here's Dell PN: Product Description Dell memory - 2 GB - SO DIMM 204-pin - DDR3 Storage Capacity 2 GB Upgrade Type System specific OEM Manufacturer Equivalent Part Number DELL A5622175 Technology DDR3 SDRAM Form Factor SO DIMM 204-pin Memory Speed 1333 MHz ( PC3-10600 ) Data Integrity Check Non-ECC The usual answer is netbooks are very picky about the memory you use for an upgrade. Try to match the make, speed for the upgrade (might have to use real Dell or maybe Kingston). Here's Dell PN: Product Description Dell memory - 2 GB - SO DIMM 204-pin - DDR3 Storage Capacity 2 GB Upgrade Type System specific OEM Manufacturer Equivalent Part Number DELL A5622175 Technology DDR3 SDRAM Form Factor... » Read More The usual answer is netbooks are very picky about the memory you use for an upgrade. Try to match the make, speed for the upgrade (might have to use real Dell or maybe Kingston). Here's Dell PN: Product Description Dell memory - 2 GB - SO DIMM 204-pin - DDR3 Storage Capacity 2 GB Upgrade Type System specific OEM Manufacturer Equivalent Part Number DELL A5622175 Technology DDR3 SDRAM Form Factor SO DIMM 204-pin Memory Speed 1333 MHz ( PC3-10600 ) Data Integrity Check Non-ECC « Show Less
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Does anyone worry about buying netbooks and this computer and Microsoft ending support for XP like they eventually did for Windows 98 ? I would want 2GB of RAM if I ever had to install Vista...
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Yes it will...but first check how many RAM slots you have in this small "netbook". Larger laptops have 2 slots for 2 RAM sticks. Netbooks, like you have, usually have just one slot...thus you can only have one RAM stick. Again, check this out. In any case, the model you mentioned (netbook) can have a maximum RAM of 2 GB and it would be best to be able to have a total of 2 GB installed total RAM. If you have only one slot total, then you'll need to to get a 2 GB stick to max out the RAM which would give you better performance most likely.
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Yea I have read in multiple sources that it is 1 RAM slot filled with a 1 gig stick that you remove and replace with the $20 buck 2 gig stick. I'm curious how cheap these 1 gig sticks are going to go for sale for and if there is any thing a computer builder/hacker could do with all the extra EEE 1 gig sticks out there. I'm still curious why they couldn't just cost the extra $20 and come maxed out.
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There appears to be conflicting opinions as to whether 2Gigs of memory will improve performance with this netbook. I was just about ready to order the upgrade until reading these comments.Has anyone here upgraded and if so can you say for sure that it has sped things up at all? I actually just called Acer tech support and was told that the Acer Aspire One A0532h-2588, cannot be upgraded to 2GB. So I don't know what to believe now.
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Just got one of these too and swapped out the RAM. Exact same problem that you guys are talking about. It only seems to shut down completely with the original stick that came with the netbook. I've been trying every single configuration option for the last 5 hours, and nothing seems to work. Please let me know if you hear of any solution out there.
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Hi, I suggest you go into the BIOS Press/Tap F2 and turn Disable BOOT BOOSTER. Press F10 to save the setting and exit. Remove the Battery after turning off the BOOT BOOSTER. Make certain the RAM is Seated in the slot evenly both sides of the RAM should be the same depth in the slot. Look at the key slot and make certain it is seated in the slot. 1 GB stick is all it will take as there is 1GB on the motherboard. The RAM should be a DDR2 SO Dimm speed 5300. I also suggest windows anytime upgrade to at least Home Premium.
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I just installed 32gb of this memory in my Lenovo W540 (2 sets of 2x8gb) and it works. Pro-tip: when you start up after installing the RAM nothing will seem to happen (no Lenovo logo). Wait up to a minute before giving up. I swapped ram in and out for half an hour before I heard the POST might take a while with 32gb of new RAM. Sure enough, after about 40 seconds the Lenovo logo appeared and everything went well. Another Pro-tip: make sure you have at least Windows 7 Pro. Windows 7 Home will only see 16GB.